Blog Journal Number 2
Hi everyone! I have a lot of experience with Microsoft Word as a student in both grade school and at Florida State University. All throughout middle school, high school, and now college I've used Microsoft Word or Google Docs to write any type of papers. I personally use Google Docs more than I use Microsoft Word, simply because Google Docs automatically saves all of my work my Google Drive. This has been beneficial because I can keep better track of writing assignments, when having multiple papers to write for school. Although I prefer to use Google Docs, I still use Microsoft Word sometimes depending on the assignment that I am working on.
I found that the designer standard for educators to be the most meaningful. This standard focuses on using technology to create and personalize learning experiences. It accommodates to different learning styles and needs, which I find very important, as every student learns differently. The designer standard also maximizes active, deep learning, and helps create new innovative digital leaning environments for the educator and students. This specific standard for educators stuck out to me because it allows room for creative learning, but also is personalized to accommodate all students.
Digital natives are native speakers of the digital language, video games, and internet. I personally disagree with the label of "digital natives" for our youth, because finding interests and focusing on technology is a personal preference. People of all ages can spend their time with using technology, if they choose to do so. As technology continues to expand in our society, children are starting to use that and the media at a much younger age. I have experienced the differences with technology between my generation and teachers in a school setting. I have had teachers in the past who didn't know how to use certain softwares on their computer, or how to use a projector, etc. This made a slight impact on the class, as it took away time from learning when the teacher didn't know how to use the technology they were given. For the future, I hope to teach my students with a variety of resources. I don't plan to only focus around technology, but I do feel that it is an important topic to know about. I understand that not every student will be able to navigate a computer right away, but I plan to accommodate to help everyone.
Digital badges are visual representations of achievements, which I think is a great way to be rewarded for your accomplishments. I've personally only received a digital badge for accomplishing my steps in day on my Apple Watch. I've never shared these badges with other people, but it was very rewarding to receive for myself after working out or a long day. I believe digital badges are a great way to keep people motivated and focused on their individual goals.
As you noted learning styles, I would like to expand the conversation about it and share what I have learned. There are a plethora of studies examining learning styles. The most recent research says that there is no evidence supporting the idea that people learn best when taught in their preferred learning style. Research suggests that “teaching to learning styles may actually hinder learning or affect a student’s self-perception” because it may lead students to seek only information presented in a particular way. If you would like to explore that topic further, this article, titled The Myth of ‘Learning Styles’ from The Atlantic, is a good place to start (https://www.theatlantic.com/science/archive/2018/04/the-myth-of-learning-styles/557687/).
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